Question

for chapter 23: punctuation pages 649 - 51
semicolons a
23l. use a semicolon between independent clauses in a sentence when they are not joined by and, but, for, nor, or, so, or yet.
example cotton is grown in the south; it is cultivated for its fibers.
23m. use a semicolon between independent clauses that are joined by a conjunctive adverb or a transitional expression.
example cotton did not do well when planted in the same fields each year; consequently, crop rotation was eventually instituted.
23n. a semicolon (rather than a comma) may be needed to separate independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction when the clauses contain commas.
example cotton is a low, bushy plant, by the way; and its fibers, which are attached to the seeds, are contained in a boll.
exercise in the following sentences, add semicolons where they are needed.
example 1. in home economics we have been studying fabrics; wool is one of my favorites.

1. wool is a great fabric for cold weather it keeps me warm even when it gets wet.
2. my wool sweater is soft, warm, and comfortable it was hand - knit in norway.
3. wool must be cut from the sheep, carded, spun, and dyed nevertheless, the result is worth the effort.
4. i like to wear wool for skating, sledding, and hiking however, my sister, who is allergic to wool, never wears it at all.
5. i also like to wear rayon and other synthetic materials therefore, i buy many different types of fabrics.
6. nylon is a strong material however, i always seem to get runs in my nylon hose.
7. some people prefer to wear cotton my father thinks it’s the most comfortable material.
8. i like denim in fact, several of my jackets are made of denim.
9. i have bought wool sweaters for my brother, my mom, and my grandfather and my mother, a lady with excellent taste, once sent me a wool vest for my birthday.
10. i have learned a lot about fabrics i will be able to make informed decisions about what kind of material to buy.

Explanation:

Apply given semicolon - usage rules. Identify independent clauses and conjunctive adverbs/transitional expressions.

Answer:

1. Wool is a great fabric for cold weather; it keeps me warm even when it gets wet.
2. My wool sweater is soft, warm, and comfortable; it was hand - knit in Norway.
3. Wool must be cut from the sheep, carded, spun, and dyed; nevertheless, the result is worth the effort.
4. I like to wear wool for skating, sledding, and hiking; however, my sister, who is allergic to wool, never wears it at all.
5. I also like to wear rayon and other synthetic materials; therefore, I buy many different types of fabrics.
6. Nylon is a strong material; however, I always seem to get runs in my nylon hose.
7. Some people prefer to wear cotton; my father thinks it’s the most comfortable material.
8. I like denim; in fact, several of my jackets are made of denim.
9. I have bought wool sweaters for my brother, my mom, and my grandfather; and my mother, a lady with excellent taste, once sent me a wool vest for my birthday.
10. I have learned a lot about fabrics; I will be able to make informed decisions about what kind of material to buy.